Disney News, Discussion & an Element of Fun - 2023 Edition

[Ismo]

My luck AP will be last week of September when I’m cheating on WDW with the motherland that is Walt’s park

I assume it will start on September 27th, the day after I fly back to the west coast.

 

[tinkerhon]

Was Blue Beetle good? Plot wise?

We loved it !! Great family dynamic, and Xolo is perfect for the role... and George Lopez steals the movie !!!

 

[HokieRaven5]

Disney Eats: First Look at Tiana’s Palace Menu at Disneyland Park

We are almost there because the grand opening of Tiana’s Palace over at Disneyland park is coming soon. On Sept. 7, the doors to this new establishment will be opening to feed hungry guests a little taste of New Orleans inspired by Tiana herself, and I’ve got the full menu for you.

Nestled on Orleans Street, this soon-to-be hotspot will be serving up can’t-miss classics like gumbo and beignets, but with a tasty twist you can only get at this quick-service location. You can even use mobile order to get all the new bites on the way.

With flavors and ingredients coming right out of New Orleans, this new spot is going to be the place to be on your next visit to Disneyland Resort.

So, should we dig a little deeper and find out what our taste buds need on the Tiana’s Palace menu? I think so!

If you love gumbo, you’re in for a treat because this spot will feature a couple different options for you to try. The 7 Greens Gumbo is a must-try plant-based option. It features white beans, okra, yams, sweet potatoes, and heirloom rice. You can also feast upon the 7 Greens Gumbo with Chicken & Andouille Sausage if you’re wanting something a little extra. And of course, we’ve got the House Gumbo. This dish is a New Orleans staple combining braised chicken, andouille sausage, and heirloom rice into a mouthwatering delight that’ll leave you coming back for more.

For those wanting a little extra spice from down in New Orleans, the Cajun Spice Half Chicken is the dish for you. The chicken is brushed with a house-made chicory BBQ sauce and served with baked macaroni and cheese & coleslaw. What a combo!

Are handhelds your meal of choice? Tiana’s got you covered too – don’t you worry. The Muffuletta Sandwich stacks mortadella, salami, rosemary ham, cheddar, provolone and house-made olive relish on toasted New Orleans sesame seed bread. Another staple, the Beef Po-boy Sandwichfeatures some slow-cooked beef perfectly coated with gravy and fully dressed with shredded lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise atop toasted New Orleans French bread. Both tasty bites are served alongside red beans and rice and house-made pickles.

Do you love shrimp? Do you love grits? What about shrimp and grits? Well, it’s your lucky day because Tiana is also serving up the Gulf Shrimp and Grits for you. Grilled to perfection and tossed in a Creole sauce, the shrimp are then paired with cheesy grits to form a classic dish that will transport you down the bayou with each bite.

If you want a little something extra to add to your meal, the chefs have put together a lovely array of classic sides, like the Buttermilk Cornbread, Baked Macaroni and Cheese, Red Beans & Heirloom Rice, Coleslaw, Cheesy Grits, and plant-based Heirloom Rice.

For the little ones, there are also some kid meals they’ll love. The Roasted Chicken Drumstick is served with a sweet BBQ sauce and heirloom rice, while the Toasted Ham & Cheese Sandwich is topped with savory ham and provolone. Also, a classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese is on the menu for the kids too! All three of these are accompanied by a Cuties Mandarin Orange and applesauce with choice of DASANI Water or small low-fat milk.

Now onto the star of the show … No restaurant inspired by Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “The Princess and the Frog” could be complete without beignets, and at Tiana’s Palace, dessert is always first. But these delights aren’t your average beignets – oh, no. The House-filled Beignet features a delicious lemon ice box pie filling topped with lemon glaze for the perfect bite.

A specialty sip is also on the menu. The Joffrey’s Coffee Chicory Cold Brew topped with sweet cream is a must for those coffee lovers out there. The Ray Firefly Glow Cube* is also available with the purchase of a beverage. This adorable addition will light up your drink just like Evangeline lights up the night sky.

Last but certainly not least, if you want to take home a piece of Tiana’s Palace with you, the Lily Pad and Lotus Cup Ceramic Set** is for you. And it even comes with a House-filled Beignetfor you to sink your teeth into.

Wow – what a tasty lineup the chefs have created! I can’t wait to get a taste of New Orleans right in Disneyland park. With exciting new openings like Tiana’s Palace, there’s no limit to the foodie fun to be had at Disney Parks.

 

[Smugpugmug]

Disney Eats: First Look at Tiana’s Palace Menu at Disneyland Park

We are almost there because the grand opening of Tiana’s Palace over at Disneyland park is coming soon. On Sept. 7, the doors to this new establishment will be opening to feed hungry guests a little taste of New Orleans inspired by Tiana herself, and I’ve got the full menu for you.

Nestled on Orleans Street, this soon-to-be hotspot will be serving up can’t-miss classics like gumbo and beignets, but with a tasty twist you can only get at this quick-service location. You can even use mobile order to get all the new bites on the way.

With flavors and ingredients coming right out of New Orleans, this new spot is going to be the place to be on your next visit to Disneyland Resort.

So, should we dig a little deeper and find out what our taste buds need on the Tiana’s Palace menu? I think so!

If you love gumbo, you’re in for a treat because this spot will feature a couple different options for you to try. The 7 Greens Gumbo is a must-try plant-based option. It features white beans, okra, yams, sweet potatoes, and heirloom rice. You can also feast upon the 7 Greens Gumbo with Chicken & Andouille Sausage if you’re wanting something a little extra. And of course, we’ve got the House Gumbo. This dish is a New Orleans staple combining braised chicken, andouille sausage, and heirloom rice into a mouthwatering delight that’ll leave you coming back for more.

For those wanting a little extra spice from down in New Orleans, the Cajun Spice Half Chicken is the dish for you. The chicken is brushed with a house-made chicory BBQ sauce and served with baked macaroni and cheese & coleslaw. What a combo!

Are handhelds your meal of choice? Tiana’s got you covered too – don’t you worry. The Muffuletta Sandwich stacks mortadella, salami, rosemary ham, cheddar, provolone and house-made olive relish on toasted New Orleans sesame seed bread. Another staple, the Beef Po-boy Sandwichfeatures some slow-cooked beef perfectly coated with gravy and fully dressed with shredded lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise atop toasted New Orleans French bread. Both tasty bites are served alongside red beans and rice and house-made pickles.

Do you love shrimp? Do you love grits? What about shrimp and grits? Well, it’s your lucky day because Tiana is also serving up the Gulf Shrimp and Grits for you. Grilled to perfection and tossed in a Creole sauce, the shrimp are then paired with cheesy grits to form a classic dish that will transport you down the bayou with each bite.

If you want a little something extra to add to your meal, the chefs have put together a lovely array of classic sides, like the Buttermilk Cornbread, Baked Macaroni and Cheese, Red Beans & Heirloom Rice, Coleslaw, Cheesy Grits, and plant-based Heirloom Rice.

For the little ones, there are also some kid meals they’ll love. The Roasted Chicken Drumstick is served with a sweet BBQ sauce and heirloom rice, while the Toasted Ham & Cheese Sandwich is topped with savory ham and provolone. Also, a classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese is on the menu for the kids too! All three of these are accompanied by a Cuties Mandarin Orange and applesauce with choice of DASANI Water or small low-fat milk.

Now onto the star of the show … No restaurant inspired by Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “The Princess and the Frog” could be complete without beignets, and at Tiana’s Palace, dessert is always first. But these delights aren’t your average beignets – oh, no. The House-filled Beignet features a delicious lemon ice box pie filling topped with lemon glaze for the perfect bite.

A specialty sip is also on the menu. The Joffrey’s Coffee Chicory Cold Brew topped with sweet cream is a must for those coffee lovers out there. The Ray Firefly Glow Cube* is also available with the purchase of a beverage. This adorable addition will light up your drink just like Evangeline lights up the night sky.

Last but certainly not least, if you want to take home a piece of Tiana’s Palace with you, the Lily Pad and Lotus Cup Ceramic Set** is for you. And it even comes with a House-filled Beignetfor you to sink your teeth into.

Wow – what a tasty lineup the chefs have created! I can’t wait to get a taste of New Orleans right in Disneyland park. With exciting new openings like Tiana’s Palace, there’s no limit to the foodie fun to be had at Disney Parks.

If the rumor of this being the new theme to Pecos Bill is true, then I wouldn't mind. This looks way better than the slop currently being served at Pecos Bill.

 

[HokieRaven5]

Tiana’s Palace at Disneyland Park: Everything You Need to Know

At Tiana's Palace, each dish is served the way good food should be—with love!

Just as Tiana transformed an old sugar mill into her dream restaurant in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ released The Princess and the Frog (2009), Tiana's Palace—a reimagining of the French Market Restaurant in New Orleans Square at Disneyland Park in Anaheim, California—will open its doors to guests on Thursday, September 7. Naturally, the quick-service restaurant draws its design inspiration from the film, and its menu features authentic New Orleans flavors—some sourced from the area!—inspired by Tiana's friends and adventures.

Many talented chefs collaborated on the menu to ensure that it appeals to a wide swath of guests, according to Michele Gendreau, Director, Food & Beverage Experience Integration Disneyland Resort. "This is a study of palates," she said. "Not one of our chefs speaks the same spice level. We had very big discussions about how to bring the authenticity: 'How is it not too flat? How is it not too spicy?'" From coleslaw to macaroni and cheese, each chef got to add a bit of their own flavor. "I think that's where we're going with all of our food," Gendreau said. "We try and be as authentic as we can, and then we'll take guests' opinions."

You don't need to "dig a little deeper" to find out more about the crown jewel of the Crescent City. This week, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club sampled several of the delicious dishes and also heard from a handful of people who helped bring Tiana's Palace from dream to reality: James Finch, Visual Development Artist Walt Disney Animation; Kim Irvine, Executive Creative Director, Walt Disney Imagineering; Chef John State, Culinary Director, Food and Beverage, Disneyland Resort; and Lindell Skinner, Operations Manager, Food and Beverage, Disneyland Resort, and Co-Chair of PULSE Employee Resource Group.

Designing the Space​

The look of Tiana's Palace at Disneyland Park can be traced back as early as 2006, when The Princess and the Frog's filmmakers embarked on their first research trip to New Orleans "to learn all that we could about the Garden District, the French Quarter, the Ninth Ward, and everything in between," Finch recalled. "For the setting of Tiana's restaurant, we looked at the regional factories, industrial buildings, and sugar mills that were left behind in the changing era." Additional design inspiration came via Disney Legends Herb Ryman and Dorothea Redmond, whose collective vision helped shape New Orleans Square's aesthetic.

Like the filmmakers, Disney Imagineers "did a tremendous research" before they began transforming the French Market Restaurant into Tiana's Palace, Irvine said. "We had lunch in New Orleans Square with [film] directors John Musker and Ron Clements, as well as the producers, and we looked at all the different façades. When we got to the French Market, Ron and John said, 'That's it! It looks like a sugar factory. It has all the bones: the balcony out front where she comes out to wish on a star, the brickwork on the exterior. It's perfect!'"

Indeed, Tiana's Palace is as pretty as a magnolia in May (as Charlotte would say). "We went from a soft pink to a golden yellow with green awnings, which are Tiana's colors," Irvine said. Within its peach-colored walls and wrought-iron balconies are elegant fixtures and appointments reminiscent of those seen in the film. "The interior had so many wonderful elements to it already, from the skylights to the big areas for the murals. We now have a beautiful mural of the bayou with Evangeline and Raymond—stars up in the sky," Irvine said.

Keep an eye out for references to Tiana's story, from frog figurines to her father's favorite gumbo spoon, as well as lilies that appear on numerous signs, plaques, and lighting fixtures. Props touting the Firefly Five Plus Lou were inspired by some of the Disney's original animators, who had a jazz band in the 1950s called the Firehouse Five Plus Two. "You can also see the pots and pans used to steam oysters and shrimp, as well as the kinds of mixing tools Tiana would use to make beignets," Irvine said. "All of the details are there!"

Jazz music is in The Princess and the Frog's DNA, and the band plays on in Tiana's Palace. "Our musicians at Walt Disney Imagineering put together a fabulous jazz score for inside the restaurant!" Irvine raved. "It feels authentic to the space, and it adds an excited energy."

 

[HokieRaven5]

Stormalong Bay and Shipwreck Pool at Disney’s Yacht and Beach Club Resorts will be closed from January *2025* to May *2025* for routine maintenance.

Scott Gustin

 

[HokieRaven5]

A new Jedi has arrived.

Ahsoka Tano begins appearing in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at @disneyland Resort today and don’t miss all-new episodes of #Ahsoka Tuesdays on @DisneyPlus.


Disney Parks

 

[HokieRaven5]

Boulder Ridge Cove Pool to Close for Refurbishment Sept. 11-15 at Disney's Wilderness Lodge

 

[Ismo]

Disney Eats: First Look at Tiana’s Palace Menu at Disneyland Park

We are almost there because the grand opening of Tiana’s Palace over at Disneyland park is coming soon. On Sept. 7, the doors to this new establishment will be opening to feed hungry guests a little taste of New Orleans inspired by Tiana herself, and I’ve got the full menu for you.

Nestled on Orleans Street, this soon-to-be hotspot will be serving up can’t-miss classics like gumbo and beignets, but with a tasty twist you can only get at this quick-service location. You can even use mobile order to get all the new bites on the way.

With flavors and ingredients coming right out of New Orleans, this new spot is going to be the place to be on your next visit to Disneyland Resort.

So, should we dig a little deeper and find out what our taste buds need on the Tiana’s Palace menu? I think so!

If you love gumbo, you’re in for a treat because this spot will feature a couple different options for you to try. The 7 Greens Gumbo is a must-try plant-based option. It features white beans, okra, yams, sweet potatoes, and heirloom rice. You can also feast upon the 7 Greens Gumbo with Chicken & Andouille Sausage if you’re wanting something a little extra. And of course, we’ve got the House Gumbo. This dish is a New Orleans staple combining braised chicken, andouille sausage, and heirloom rice into a mouthwatering delight that’ll leave you coming back for more.

For those wanting a little extra spice from down in New Orleans, the Cajun Spice Half Chicken is the dish for you. The chicken is brushed with a house-made chicory BBQ sauce and served with baked macaroni and cheese & coleslaw. What a combo!

Are handhelds your meal of choice? Tiana’s got you covered too – don’t you worry. The Muffuletta Sandwich stacks mortadella, salami, rosemary ham, cheddar, provolone and house-made olive relish on toasted New Orleans sesame seed bread. Another staple, the Beef Po-boy Sandwichfeatures some slow-cooked beef perfectly coated with gravy and fully dressed with shredded lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise atop toasted New Orleans French bread. Both tasty bites are served alongside red beans and rice and house-made pickles.

Do you love shrimp? Do you love grits? What about shrimp and grits? Well, it’s your lucky day because Tiana is also serving up the Gulf Shrimp and Grits for you. Grilled to perfection and tossed in a Creole sauce, the shrimp are then paired with cheesy grits to form a classic dish that will transport you down the bayou with each bite.

If you want a little something extra to add to your meal, the chefs have put together a lovely array of classic sides, like the Buttermilk Cornbread, Baked Macaroni and Cheese, Red Beans & Heirloom Rice, Coleslaw, Cheesy Grits, and plant-based Heirloom Rice.

For the little ones, there are also some kid meals they’ll love. The Roasted Chicken Drumstick is served with a sweet BBQ sauce and heirloom rice, while the Toasted Ham & Cheese Sandwich is topped with savory ham and provolone. Also, a classic Baked Macaroni and Cheese is on the menu for the kids too! All three of these are accompanied by a Cuties Mandarin Orange and applesauce with choice of DASANI Water or small low-fat milk.

Now onto the star of the show … No restaurant inspired by Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “The Princess and the Frog” could be complete without beignets, and at Tiana’s Palace, dessert is always first. But these delights aren’t your average beignets – oh, no. The House-filled Beignet features a delicious lemon ice box pie filling topped with lemon glaze for the perfect bite.

A specialty sip is also on the menu. The Joffrey’s Coffee Chicory Cold Brew topped with sweet cream is a must for those coffee lovers out there. The Ray Firefly Glow Cube* is also available with the purchase of a beverage. This adorable addition will light up your drink just like Evangeline lights up the night sky.

Last but certainly not least, if you want to take home a piece of Tiana’s Palace with you, the Lily Pad and Lotus Cup Ceramic Set** is for you. And it even comes with a House-filled Beignetfor you to sink your teeth into.

Wow – what a tasty lineup the chefs have created! I can’t wait to get a taste of New Orleans right in Disneyland park. With exciting new openings like Tiana’s Palace, there’s no limit to the foodie fun to be had at Disney Parks.

I'm here for those beignets and that coffee!

 

[HokieRaven5]

New Disney PhotoPass Magic Shots & Lens Arrive at Galaxy’s Edge to Celebrate Debut of ‘Ahsoka’ on Disney+

The Chopper and Loth Cat Magic Shots are available at both Walt Disney World and Disneyland.

The Clone Armory Disney PhotoPass Lens is available in the My Disney Experience and Disneyland apps with the purchase of Disney Genie+ service.

 

[Duckbug.Ducktales]

I'm here for those beignets and that coffee!

I want to try the muffaletta, too! I really liked those in New Orleans

 

[HokieRaven5]

NEW: Disney announced the names of 4 rides coming to Fantasy Springs, the port themed to Frozen, Tangled, and Peter Pan opening next year at Tokyo DisneySea:





Anna and Elsa’s Frozen Journey- A 6 minute 30 second boat ride into the world of Frozen where you'll experience love melt a frozen heart following the "heartwarming story of sisters."



Rapunzel’s Lantern Festival- A 5-minute boat ride that includes a "quiet, romantic trip to the annual lantern festival." You'll visit various places that appear in the movie.



Peter Pan’s Neverland Adventure - A 6-minute 3D attraction featuring Peter Pan, Tinkerbell, and fellow Lost Kids. "Guests become members of the Lost Kids, a group of energetic children full of adventure" and battle Captain Hook.

Fairy Tinkerbell’s Busy Buggy - In the news release this is described as "ride type" - so attraction may be a better description of this one. Guests will "help Tinkerbell deliver packages and parcels to various locations in Pixie Hollow."

Scott Gustin

 

[Haley R]

NEW: Disney announced the names of 4 rides coming to Fantasy Springs, the port themed to Frozen, Tangled, and Peter Pan opening next year at Tokyo DisneySea:

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Anna and Elsa’s Frozen Journey- A 6 minute 30 second boat ride into the world of Frozen where you'll experience love melt a frozen heart following the "heartwarming story of sisters."

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Rapunzel’s Lantern Festival- A 5-minute boat ride that includes a "quiet, romantic trip to the annual lantern festival." You'll visit various places that appear in the movie.

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Peter Pan’s Neverland Adventure - A 6-minute 3D attraction featuring Peter Pan, Tinkerbell, and fellow Lost Kids. "Guests become members of the Lost Kids, a group of energetic children full of adventure" and battle Captain Hook.

Fairy Tinkerbell’s Busy Buggy - In the news release this is described as "ride type" - so attraction may be a better description of this one. Guests will "help Tinkerbell deliver packages and parcels to various locations in Pixie Hollow."

Scott Gustin

I wish they’d announce the opening date already. We’re going next May and I would hate for it to open after we leave

 

[HokieRaven5]

Some influencers/media received a package and a Treasure map ahead of next week’s Disney Treasure reveal:

Carlye Wisel Instagram

 

[1lilspark]

Some influencers/media received a package and a Treasure map ahead of next week’s Disney Treasure reveal:

Carlye Wisel Instagram

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She’s a journalist not an influencer but it’s all the same these days

 

[Smugpugmug]

NEW: Disney announced the names of 4 rides coming to Fantasy Springs, the port themed to Frozen, Tangled, and Peter Pan opening next year at Tokyo DisneySea:

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Anna and Elsa’s Frozen Journey- A 6 minute 30 second boat ride into the world of Frozen where you'll experience love melt a frozen heart following the "heartwarming story of sisters."

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Rapunzel’s Lantern Festival- A 5-minute boat ride that includes a "quiet, romantic trip to the annual lantern festival." You'll visit various places that appear in the movie.

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Peter Pan’s Neverland Adventure - A 6-minute 3D attraction featuring Peter Pan, Tinkerbell, and fellow Lost Kids. "Guests become members of the Lost Kids, a group of energetic children full of adventure" and battle Captain Hook.

Fairy Tinkerbell’s Busy Buggy - In the news release this is described as "ride type" - so attraction may be a better description of this one. Guests will "help Tinkerbell deliver packages and parcels to various locations in Pixie Hollow."

Scott Gustin

OLC.....I beg of you.....announce the opening date.....please.

This all sounds so good....

 

[HokieRaven5]

She’s a journalist not an influencer but it’s all the same these days

The Treasure map photo came from an influencer. She falls under the media part of my original post

 

[Leigh L]

@HokieRaven5 - go O's!!

(Nats fan, but rooting for the O's this year!)

 

[HokieRaven5]

2024 Disneyland Vacation Packages Now Available to Book

Disneyland vacation packages are now available for booking arrivals from January 1 – December 31, 2024, at the official Disneyland Resort and Good Neighbor hotels.

Please note that the last day of your vacation cannot be booked more than 499 days in advance.

 

[HokieRaven5]

FULL DESTINATION D23 SCHEDULE

Friday, September 8, 2023​

7 a.m. – 8 p.m. : Guest Services / International Credential Pick-Up Open
East Registration

Shopping Check-In Open
*Please do not arrive more than 60 minutes before your scheduled shopping time.
Porte Cochere

8 a.m. – 8 p.m. : Gift Pick-Up Open
Sorcerer’s Apprentice 2

Mickey’s of Glendale Shopping Open
Ballroom of the Americas, 2nd Floor

The Walt Disney Company Store
Grand Republic Ballroom D, 2nd Floor

Ink & Paint Marketplace
Grand Republic Ballroom B, 2nd Floor

Please note: Reservations required to access the shopping locations on Friday, September 8!

8 a.m. – 8 p.m.: Mickey’s of Glendale RSP Pick-Up
West Registration

The Walt Disney Company Store RSP Pick-Up
Sorcerer’s Apprentice 2

9:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.: The Plausible Impossible 60 Years of Disney
Audio-Animatronics® Technology
Sorcerer’s Apprentice 3

Saturday, September 9, 2023​

7 a.m.: Queue for both General Seating and Preferred Seating Opens
(Please do not arrive before this time – no official queue will be available until 7 a.m. and unofficial queues will not be honored.)
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center, 1st Floor Lobby

7 a.m. – 8 p.m.: Guest Services / International Credential Pick-Up Open
East Registration

7 a.m. – 7 p.m.: The Plausible Impossible 60 Years of Disney
Audio-Animatronics® Technology
(closed during presentations)
Sorcerer’s Apprentice 3

8 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Mickey’s of Glendale Shopping Open
Ballroom of the Americas, 2nd Floor

The Walt Disney Company Store
Grand Republic Ballroom D, 2nd Floor

Ink & Paint Marketplace
Grand Republic Ballroom B, 2nd Floor

8:15 a.m.: Doors Open – Preferred Seating Admission
Fantasia Ballroom H

8:30 a.m.: Doors Open – General Seating Admission
Fantasia Ballroom G

9 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Morning presentations, including:

Welcome!

A Celebration of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow

Join Disney Parks, Experiences and Products ChairmanJosh D’Amaro and special guests for an entertaining presentation looking to the future of Disney parks, featuring updates from around the world and some fun surprises along the way.

10:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. – Morning Break

D23 Updates with Michael Vargo

The Early ’Ears – Ub, Oswald, and Mickey

Join Walt Disney Archives Director Becky Cline on a journey back to the roaring ’20s and the “Early ’Ears of Disney” during this retrospective conversation, featuring iconic characters like Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, Mickey Mouse, and the Legends behind them, like Ub Iwerks and Walt Disney.

100 Years of Classic Characters: Unforgettable Stories

Actress and fashion icon Ashley Eckstein catches up with fellow voice actors behind fan-favorite Disney characters, including Bret Iwan (Mickey Mouse), Kaitlyn Robrock (Minnie Mouse), and Disney Legend Bill Farmer (Pluto, Goofy), for a rousing tribute to the characters that have inspired us for a century.

12 p.m. – 2 p.m.: Lunch Break

1:30 p.m.: Doors Open – Preferred Seating Admission
Fantasia Ballroom H

Doors Open – General Seating Admission
Fantasia Ballroom G

2 p.m. – 5 p.m.: Afternoon presentations, including:

National Geographic Live – Secrets of the Whales

Dive deep into the groundbreaking science of whale families—and their startlingly human parallels—through the awe-inspiring work of celebrated National Geographic Explorer and photographer Brian Skerry.

Disney Cruise Line: 25 Years of Innovative Design at Sea

Get an inside look into designing and building Disney Cruise Ships from the Disney Imagineers currently working on its newest fleet. Learn of the intricacies that go into designing unique spaces and the complexities of ship design.

3:15 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.: Afternoon Break

Marvel: Beyond Earth’s Mightiest – Celebrating 60 Years of The Avengers

Celebrate 60 years of Earth’s Mightiest Super Hero team, the Avengers! Since their debut in 1963’s The Avengers #1, this all-star roster of beloved characters has been uniting to fight the foes that no single hero could withstand. Now, join Marvel Comics Editor-in-Chief C.B. Cebulski to trace the comics history of the Avengers across six decades—and BEYOND! Surprising stories and tantalizing teases await in this can’t-miss panel about how the Avengers rose to become a pop culture phenomenon! Avengers, assemble!

100 Years of Innovation: Magic in Every Medium

At its core, The Walt Disney Company lives by its ability to “keep moving forward,” as curiosity leads us down new paths. Imagineers Daniel Joseph and Karin Hanson reconcile a century of innovations in which Disney stories have been brought to life through magic, connecting how they have been inspired by the innovations of yesterday, to the exciting ways they innovate through storytelling today.

EPCOT: Always in a State of Becoming

A look into the design and ideas behind the transformation of EPCOT and its new neighborhoods, attractions, and experiences. Explore the legacy of the park and discover more about the collaboration between Walt Disney Imagineering and Walt Disney World Resort throughout this ambitious process. Highlights include details uncovered by the Marty Sklar Archives and the inspirations that have guided the evolution of Disney’s first park without a castle.

5 p.m. Dinner Break

Sunday, September 10, 2023​

7 a.m.: Queue for both General Seating and Preferred Seating Opens
(Please do not arrive before this time – no official queue will be available until 7 a.m. and unofficial queues will not be honored.)
Disney’s Contemporary Resort Convention Center, 1st Floor Lobby

7 a.m. – 8 p.m.: Guest Services / International Credential Pick-Up Open
East Registration

7 a.m. – 5 p.m.: The Plausible Impossible 60 Years of Disney
Audio-Animatronics® Technology
(closed during presentations)
Sorcerer’s Apprentice 3

8 a.m. – 6 p.m.: Mickey’s of Glendale Shopping Open
Ballroom of the Americas, 2nd Floor

The Walt Disney Company Store
Grand Republic Ballroom D, 2nd Floor

Ink & Paint Marketplace
Grand Republic Ballroom B, 2nd Floor

8:15 a.m.: Doors Open – Preferred Seating Admission
Fantasia Ballroom H

8:30 a.m.: Doors Open – General Seating Admission
Fantasia Ballroom G

9 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Morning presentations, including:

Walt Disney Studios Showcase

A sneak peek at exciting upcoming projects from The Walt Disney Studios.

10:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. – Morning Break

100 Years of Walt Disney Animation Studios

Becky Bresee and Wayne Unten, heads of animation on Walt Disney Animation Studios’ upcoming feature Wish, sit down with legendary animator Mark Henn to revisit some of their favorite filmmaking memories.

Disney Global Ambassador Showdown

Join Disney Parks Ambassadors from every Disney destination around the world, as we learn more about each of their home resorts and engage them in a friendly competition to see whose resort is the “best of the best!”

Weird Disney: Centennial Edition

Get weird with the Walt Disney Archives and experience 100 years of “weird Disney” moments in the centennial edition of a Destination D23 fan favorite!

12 p.m. – 2 p.m.: Lunch Break

1:30 p.m.: Doors Open – Preferred Seating Admission
Fantasia Ballroom H

Doors Open – General Seating Admission
Fantasia Ballroom G

2 p.m. – 4 p.m.: Afternoon presentations, including:

The Road to 1923: Walt Goes West

Disney Legend Don Hahn provides new and fascinating insights into Walt Disney’s fabled journey that would lead him to join his brother Roy in California, where the two would establish the Disney Brothers Cartoon Studio—the beginning of what is now The Walt Disney Company.

Down the Rabbit Hole: The Disney You Didn’t Know

Join Disney archivists and authors Kevin M. Kern and Steven Vagnini for a journey down the rabbit hole as they uncover astonishing Disney discoveries, connections, and little-known facts that will change everything—well, at least some things—you thought you knew about the Disney universe!

100 Years of Creativity: A Playful Look at Disney Imagination

Join Imagineers Diego Parras and Jason Grandt for a decade-by-decade look at some of the more interesting and lighthearted moments of Disney creativity from the last 100 years.

See Ya Real Soon: A FAN-Tastic Finale

5 p.m. – 7 p.m.: Dinner Break

7 p.m. – 9 p.m.: DISNEY+ HALLOWSTREAM COSTUME BASH

Kick off the scariest season in style and enter the world of Hallowstream with Disney+, the streaming home of your favorite Halloween stories. With phantomized photo-ops, chilling treats, and spellbinding surprises, guests will find all their hearts’ desires in this lavish lair of scares. Don’t forget to don your favorite costume so that you can dance the night away!

Attendees in costume must adhere to the following guidelines:

• Costumes may not be obstructive, offensive, objectionable, or violent.
• Guests may wear costume masks. However, costume masks must not obstruct vision and must be removable. Costume masks must be removed at security screening.
• Costumes should not drag on the ground.
• Costumes should not contain sharp objects, pointed objects, or materials that may accidentally strike another guest.
• Costumes should not contain any weapons that resemble, can be used as, or could easily be mistaken for, an actual weapon. Costume swords must be anchored to your costume in such a way that they can’t be drawn. No firearms, projectiles, or arrows (simulated or otherwise) will be allowed.
• Guests who do not adhere to these guidelines may be refused entry into the event unless his or her costume can be modified to meet the above standards. The appropriateness of the guest costume will be determined by Disney at its sole discretion.

EXHIBITS

• 60 Years of Disney’s Audio-Animatronics®Technology Exhibit: The Walt Disney Archives and Walt Disney Imagineering join creative forces for a special exhibition at Destination D23 to celebrate the history of Audio-Animatronics technology. This exclusive exhibit will showcase the evolution of the art and its related technology through a diverse showcase of rare figural assets, photography, and vintage ephemera and documentation all in the name of celebrating key moments from Walt’s earliest inspirations and development to modern-day marvels.

SHOPPING EXPERIENCES

• Mickey’s of Glendale: The Walt Disney Imagineering campus store returns with a pop-up shop at the event featuring a selection of exclusive Destination D23 and Walt Disney Imagineering merchandise available for purchase. Trading pins for this event will be offered to attendees through a random selection process (RSP) opportunity.**
• The Walt Disney Company Store: For the first time, D23 Gold Members on the East Coast will have access to a pop-up version of the official Walt Disney Company Store, featuring both employee- and D23 Member-exclusive merchandise! Please note that limited-edition trading pins for this event will be offered to attendees exclusively through a RSP opportunity.**
• Ink & Paint Marketplace: Attendees will also have the opportunity to shop at this marketplace of exclusive Disney partners for exciting products from around The Walt Disney Company!**